2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | C21 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
